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Investigative Safety Analysis: The Le Constellation Bar Fire at Crans-Montana
By NASP Blogger Current Events
On January 1, 2026, a fatal structural fire occurred at the Le Constellation Bar in Crans-Montana, Switzerland, resulting in the deaths of 40 occupants, many of them teenagers, and injuries to more than 100 others. The incident represents one of the most significant mass casualty fires in a public assembly occupancy in recent Swiss history…
Why Becoming a NASP Member Is a Smart Move for Safety Professionals
Safety Culture
In today’s fast-paced workplace safety environment, staying current with best practices, regulatory updates, and professional development opportunities can make all the difference in your career. The National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP) offers a membership built to support safety professionals at every stage of their career. What You Get with NASP Membership Becoming a NASP…
What’s Ahead for Workplace Safety: Key Regulatory Changes Coming in 2026
Current Events
As we enter 2026, workplace safety professionals face a year of meaningful regulatory change. Federal agencies and standards organizations are advancing new requirements that will affect hazard communication, injury reporting, chemical management, fire protection, and electrical safety. Staying ahead of these developments will be critical to maintaining compliance and protecting workers. Below is a snapshot…
Top OSHA Fines of 2025: A Clear Message on Repeat Violations
Current Events
In 2025, OSHA significantly escalated enforcement actions against employers with a history of non-compliance. A common theme among the year’s highest penalties was repeat and willful violations, particularly cases where employers failed to correct known hazards after previous inspections, citations, or fatalities. The following cases highlight the steep financial and human costs of ignoring established…
A Year of Progress: NASP’s Training Milestones for 2025
Editorial
As we look back on 2025, one theme shines brightly across the National Association of Safety Professionals (NASP): progress with purpose. This year, thousands of safety professionals advanced their knowledge, strengthened their skills, and elevated workplace safety culture through NASP’s comprehensive training programs, both in-person and online. From our flagship certifications to newly launched specialty…
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OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (HAZCOM) 1910.1200
03.01.2019 ComplianceHistory OSHA’s Hazard Communication Standard (HAZCOM) was first adopted in 1983 in the United States with limited scope (48 FR…
Lack of Sleep: What Happens to Your Body
02.19.2019 ComplianceLack of sleep is only the beginning. If you thought being tired was the worst part, brace yourself. A long…
Should EHS Pros Be Responsible for Workplace Mental Health?
02.14.2019 ComplianceAs the debate continues over whether mental health should fall under EHS professionals’ responsibilities, we look at both sides of…
TOP 10 HAZARDS OSHA INSPECTORS WILL LOOK FOR AT YOUR WORKPLACE
02.07.2019 ComplianceEvery OSHA inspection and every OSHA inspector is unique, and there’s no guarantee of what an OSHA inspector will be…
THE 2019 HEALTH & SAFETY CHECKLIST
02.05.2019 ComplianceThis article was written for members of the EU, but we felt it may be applicable in the US as…
When Working in the Cold, Be Prepared and Be Aware
01.29.2019 ComplianceWhen you must work in the cold, always be prepared and be aware. Workers in cold environments may be at…
ALWAYS Wear Your Hard Hat
01.17.2019 ComplianceThis is why we emphasize ALWAYS wear your hard hat! Keep up-to-date on the latest in safety by attending one…
Understanding the importance of workplace health and safety
01.11.2019 ComplianceHealth and safety are two words people tend to take rather seriously – and understandably so. They play a vital…
Winterizing Your Workforce
01.08.2019 ComplianceEven in the midst of a mild winter season, it is important for businesses to address the inevitable increase in…
Hazardous Materials
01.02.2019 ComplianceHazardous materials (hazmat) are any material that has properties that may result in risk or injury to health and/or destruction…
Flammable and combustible liquids
12.28.2018 ComplianceFlammable and combustible liquids are liquids that can burn. They are classified, or grouped, as either flammable or combustible by…
Types of Hazards
12.26.2018 ComplianceEvery workplace has hazards, and it’s helpful to know which pose the greatest risk of harm for your workers and…